Best Buyers Agent Institute Podcasts (2024)

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Current Interest Rates & Market Conditions, Takeaways From The Vault Conference, Squatter with a Fraudulent Deed, & More! 44:10

1d ago44:10

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In this show we discuss: -Current Interest Rates & Market Conditions ft. Paul Salcone -Greg Rice's Takeaways From The Vault Conference -Ted's Story of a Squatter with a Fraudulent Deed ft. Ted Topouzis -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid to End of September 2024 Events in Rhode Island!

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NAR Buyer Agent Commission, Seller Net Sheet, San Francisco & Silicon Valley Real Estate, & More! 43:13

1d ago43:13

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In this show we discuss: -Navigating The Recent NAR Buyer Agent Commission Court Ruling ft. Matt Bates -Understanding The Seller Net Sheet When Selling Your Home ft. Melissa D'Ellena -The San Francisco & Silicon Valley Real Estate Market ft. Alan Canas -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid September 2024 Events Coming Up in Rhode Island!…

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Navigating Lead Generation and Social Media Strategies in Luxury Real Estate 38:08

7d ago38:08

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Discussed: Importance of Organic Lead Generation Focusing on authenticity, relationship-building, and referrals. Role of Social Media in Real Estate Establishing trust through personal branding on platforms like Instagram and LinkedIn. Challenges with Digital Platforms for Lead Generation Lack of direct leads despite premium services and platform s…

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Current Interest Rates, Honesty When Receiving Moving Quote, Changes To Agent Compensation, & More! 43:24

14d ago43:24

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In this show we discuss: -Current Interest Rates & How This Impacts The Real Estate Market ft. Paul Salcone -Honesty When Calling To Receive A Moving Quote ft. George Metz -What Consumers Should Know About Changes To Real Estate Compensation And Contracts! ft. Monia Staaf -RIBlogger's Top 5 Early September 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!…

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Down Payment Requirements & Closing Costs, New NAR Changes, Umbrella Policy, & More! 42:13

21d ago42:13

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In this show we discuss: -Minimum Down Payment Requirements and Closing Costs ft. Paul Salcone -The New NAR Changes ft. Ted Topouzis -What is an Umbrella Policy and Why You Should Have One! ft. John Lapointe -RIBlogger's Top 5 Late August 2024 Into Early September Events and Things To Do In Rhode Island!…

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Mortgage Options For Second Homes, Garn-St. Germain Depository Institutions Act, Cause of Buyers Walking Away, & More! 44:29

26d ago44:29

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In this show we discuss: -Mortgage Options For Second Homes And Investment Properties ft. Paul Salcone -Garn-St. Germain Depository Institutions Act ft. John Larochelle -The Number One Cause of Buyers Walking Away From A Real Estate Transaction ft. Mike Auger -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid August 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!…

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Building Effective Marketing Strategies 43:42

1M ago43:42

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Episode Notes Discussed: Objective-First Framework: Emphasizes starting with a clear goal before developing marketing strategies. The framework is structured around creating SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Realistic, and Time-bound) to guide the marketing process effectively. Setting Realistic Expectations: Highlights the importance …

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Emilio's Real Estate Predictions For The 2024 Election Cycle, Moving Company Helping You Sell, A Message To Any Realtors Struggling, & More! 36:46

1M ago36:46

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In this show we discuss: -Emilio's Real Estate Predictions Going Into The 2024 Election Cycle -How Working With The Right Moving Company Can Help You Sell Your Home ft. George Metz -A Message To Any Realtors Struggling -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid August 2024 Events and Things To Do In Rhode Island!

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Financing Options For Condos, Misconceptions About Insurance, America First Apartments, & More! 42:21

2M ago42:21

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In this show we discuss: -Different Financing Options For Condos ft. Paul Salcone -Common Misconceptions About Home & Auto Insurance Coverage ft. John Lapointe -America First Apartments ft. Greg Rice -RIBlogger's Top 5 Early August 2024 Events & Things To Do In Rhode Island!

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Getting Preapproved For A Mortgage, Responsibilities of Advisors and Loan Officers, Buying A House? Take Your Emotions Out Of It!, & More! 39:36

2M ago39:36

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In this show we discuss: -Getting Someone Preapproved For A Mortgage ft. Paul Salcone -The Responsibilities of Advisors and Loan Officers ft. Paul Salcone -Buying A House? Take Your Emotions Out Of It! ft. Mike Auger -RIBlogger's Top 5 End of July 2024 Events and Things To Do In Rhode Island!

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Condo Financing & Warrantable vs Non Warrantable, Ready, Set, Sell Program, Surveys, & More! 41:46

2M ago41:46

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In this show we discuss: -Condo Financing & Warrantable vs Non Warrantable Condos ft. Justin Conrad -The Ready, Set, Sell Program With the DiSpirito Team! -Surveys: What They Are & Whether You Need Them ft. Ted Topouzis -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid to End of July 2024 Events & Things To Do In Rhode Island!…

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Planning Amidst Industry Change 41:28

2M ago41:28

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Discussed: Industry Changes: The NAR settlement will alter how realtors interact with buyers and handle professional fees. Agents are adjusting their business practices to stay informed and educate clients about these changes. Brokerage Acquisition: This type of transition involves rebranding and adapting to new operational challenges. Client Commu…

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Mortgage Financing During An Election Year, Use & Occupancy Agreements, How's The Market?, & More! 41:47

2M ago41:47

41:47

In this show we discuss: -Mortgage Financing During An Election Year ft. Matt Bates -Use & Occupancy Agreements ft. Melissa D'Ellena -Emilio, How's The Market? -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid July 2024 Events & Things To Do In Rhode Island!

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Rhode Island Housing Down Payment Assistance Programs, Insurers Are Spying on Your Home From the Sky, Relocation and Upsizing, & More! 41:09

3M ago41:09

41:09

In this show we discuss: -Rhode Island Housing Down Payment Assistance Programs ft. Paul Salcone -Insurers Are Spying on Your Home From the Sky! ft. John Lapointe -Relocation and Upsizing in Rhode Island ft. Tatiana Pimentel -RIBlogger's Top 5 Early July Events With Some Fourth of July Events!

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Home Buying From A Lending Perspective, Wills and Trust, Using LLCs to Mitigate Estate Tax, & More! 45:24

3M ago45:24

45:24

In this show we discuss: -The Home Buying Process From A Lending Perspective ft. Paul Salcone -The Difference Between a Will and Trusts & The Different Tax Implications ft. Joseph R. Marion III -Snowbird Planning Using LLCs to Mitigate Rhode Island State Estate Tax ft. Joseph R. Marion III -RIBlogger's Top 5 Events & Things To Do To End June 2024…

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Episode 22 - Melissa Barlas - Conveyed - Continued: Top 5 Mistakes That First Home Buyers Make and How To Avoid Them 12:20

3M ago12:20

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Episode 22 - Melissa Barlas - Conveyed - Continued: Top 5 Mistakes That First Home Buyers, Property Buyers Make and How To Avoid Them In episodes 21 and 22 of our podcast and video cast series, we launch season 2 and we discuss First Home Buyers, Property Buyers, trends and desires and our special guest Melissa Barlas, Founder of Conveyed, and awar…

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Episode 21 - Melissa Barlas - Conveyed - Top 5 Mistakes That First Home Buyers Make and How To Avoid Them 11:32

3M ago11:32

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Episode 21 - Melissa Barlas - Conveyed - Top 5 Mistakes That First Home Buyers, Property Buyers Make and How To Avoid Them In episodes 21 and 22 of our podcast and video cast series, we launch season 2 and we discuss First Home Buyers, Property Buyers, trends and desires and our special guest Melissa Barlas, Founder of Conveyed, and award winning P…

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Australia Overnight - Housing and Rental Crisis - Pat Panetta - Mark Errichiello Talking Real Estate - 3AW - 2GB - 4BC 15:42

3M ago15:42

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Australia Overnight - Real Estate Housing Affordability and Rental Crisis - Hosted by Pat Panetta - Special Guest Mark Errichiello of Master Advocates Talking Real Estate -Municipality Planning -State Government Housing and Infrastructure Planning -Legislation, Tax and Outgoings effecting Property Investors -Housing Affordability, Home Ownership an…

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Construction & Renovation Loans, Market Volatility, Planning Ahead For A Move, & More! 41:41

3M ago41:41

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In this show we discuss: -Construction and Renovation Loan Options ft. Paul Salcone -The Real Estate Market Volatility ft. Ted Topouzis -The Importance Of Planning Ahead For A Move Of A Larger Size ft. George Metz -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid June 2024 Events & Things To Do In Rhode Island!

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ARMs vs Fixed Rate Mortgages, Capital Gains Tax & 1031 Exchange, Ready, Set, Sell Program, & More! 43:18

3M ago43:18

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In this show we discuss: -Things To Consider When Looking at ARMs vs Fixed Rate Mortgages ft. Matt Bates -Capital Gains Tax & 1031 Exchange Transactions ft. Melissa D'Ellena -The Ready, Set, Sell Program With The DiSpirito Team At Engel & Völkers -RIBlogger's Top 5 Middle of June 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!…

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Luxury Real Estate: Key Differences and Strategies for Success 38:36

3M ago38:36

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Topics Discussed: Differences between working with traditional / typical clientele versus the luxury arena How are expectations different at the luxury level? Loyalty / value proposition The Importance of Experience and Personal Touch Setting Expectations and Boundaries Building Long-Term Relationships Service Levels and Compensation Strategies for…

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Second & Investment Property Loans, Rising Car Insurance Rates, The Current Real Estate Market, & More! 43:09

4M ago43:09

43:09

In this show we discuss: -Second Homes and Investment Property Loan Options ft. Paul Salcone -Rising Car Insurance Rates in Rhode Island and Ways That You Can Save Money ft. John Lapointe -The Current Real Estate Market In Rhode Island -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid June 2024 Events and Things to Do In Rhode Island!…

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How To Get Offers Accepted, Caroline Caprio Brain Tumor Foundation, Using The Home Inspection As A Seller, & More! 44:01

4M ago44:01

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In this show we discuss: -Tips On How To Get Offers Accepted From A Lending Perspective ft. Paul Salcone -The Caroline Caprio Brain Tumor Foundation ft. Caroline Caprio & Brad Asher -Using The Home Inspection As A Seller ft. Mike Auger -RIBlogger's Top 5 Early June 2024 Events & Things To Do Coming Up in Rhode Island!…

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Portfolio Loan Programs, Out Of State Sellers Beware!, One Off Or Specialty Item Moves, & More! 41:04

4M ago41:04

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In this show we discuss: -Portfolio Loan Programs Offered At Northpointe ft. Paul Salcone -What Do Out Of State Sellers Need To Be Aware Of When Selling In Rhode Island? ft. Ted Topouzis -One Off Or Specialty Item Moves From GMetz Moving & Storage ft. George Metz -RIBlogger's Top 5 End of May 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!…

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Top 5 Open House Tips, Commercial Real Estate Valuations, Sellers Not Being Fully Prepared, & More! 43:41

4M ago43:41

43:41

In this show we discuss: -Top 5 Things You Should Do Before Going To Open Houses Over The Weekend ft. Matt Bates -Commercial Real Estate Valuations and the Current Market ft. Mark Hugo -Sellers Not Being Fully Prepared To Sell Their Home ft. Melissa D'Ellena -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid May 2024 Events And Things To Do In Rhode Island!…

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Luxury Branded Residences 34:23

4M ago34:23

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Topics Discussed: Historical Background: Evolution and Popularity of Luxury Branded Residences Demographic Analysis: Target Market and Buyer Profiles Motivations for Purchasing: Investment, Lifestyle, Convenience, Prestige Comparison with Traditional Hotel Stays vs. Ownership Amenities and Services Offered Market Trends: Growth of Branded Residence…

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Northpointe's DSCR Program, GMetz Storage Options, USA Insulation, & More! 42:19

4M ago42:19

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In this show we discuss: -What is Northpointe's DSCR Program? ft. Zachary Levesque -GMetz Storage Options and Storage Containers ft. George Metz -USA Insulation Background and Injection Insulation ft. Matt Lambert -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid May 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!

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Mortgage Preapproval Process, Compensation Of Real Estate Agents, GMetz Moving & Storage History, & More! 43:28

5M ago43:28

43:28

In this show we discuss: -The Mortgage Preapproval Process Along With The Documents That Are Required ft. Paul Salcone -The Compensation Of Real Estate Agents -George Metz and GMetz Moving & Storage Company History ft. George Metz -RIBlogger's Top 5 Early May 2024 & Mother's Day Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!…

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Working With A Team, Engel & Völkers vs. The Other Guys, Sellers During The Home Inspection, & More! 40:49

5M ago40:49

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In this show we discuss: -The Importance Of Working With A Team Behind You ft. Justin Conrad -What It's Like Working With Engel & Völkers vs. The Other Guys -Working With Sellers During The Home Inspection Process ft. Mike Auger -RIBlogger's Top 5 End Of April 2024 Events coming Up In Rhode Island!

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Current Market Conditions, How Buyer's Agents Will Be Compensated With Changes Coming In July 2024, Buying & Selling At The Same Time, & More! 43:05

5M ago43:05

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In this show we discuss: -Current Market Conditions, Rates, & How It Relates To The Spring Real Estate Market ft. Paul Salcone -How Buyer's Agents Will Be Compensated With Changes Coming In July 2024 ft. Ted Topouzis -Thinking About Buying & Selling At The Same Time? ft. Paul Salcone -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid April 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Islan…

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Prepare Your Home For Sale, Death & Divorce, House Bills in Rhode Island, & More! 43:47

5M ago43:47

43:47

In this show we discuss: -What You Should Do To Prepare Your Home For Sale -Selling A Home After Or During A Divorce Or Death ft. Melissa D'Ellena -Certain Bills That Are Being Presented In Rhode Island ft. Greg Rice -RIBlogger's Top 5 Early April 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!

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The Realities of Working in a Balanced Market 34:48

6M ago34:48

34:48

Topics Discussed: Overview of Luxury Real Estate Market Transition from Seller's Market to Balanced/Buyer-Oriented Market Importance of Grasping Local Market Conditions Hyper-local Information, Price Bands, Neighborhood Dynamics Evolving Buyer Preferences: Experience-based Properties, Lifestyle Amenities Managing Market Shifts and Buyer/Seller Expe…

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NAR's Decision Regarding Buyer's Agents, Boston Market Spotlight, Buyer Rep Agreements, & More! 43:59

6M ago43:59

43:59

In this show we discuss: -The NAR Decision Regarding Buyer's Agents and What We Think Will Happen ft. Paul Salcone -Boston Real Estate Market Spotlight ft. Nate Rock -Buyer Representation Agreements & How We’ve Represented Buyers ft. Andrew Hogan -RIBlogger's Top 5 Early April 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!…

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Reduce Monthly Expenses, NAR Lawsuit, Where Are Rates Headed, & More! 43:41

6M ago43:41

43:41

In this show we discuss: -What Buyers Can Do To Reduce Monthly Expenses & Where Rates Are Headed in 2024! ft. Paul Salcone -Busting Myths About The Effect Of The NAR Lawsuit ft. Melissa D'Ellena -RIBlogger's Top 5 March 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!

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First Time Homebuyer Programs, OFAC Search, Reimbursement & Repairing From Moving Damages, & More! 42:21

6M ago42:21

42:21

In this show we discuss: -First Time Homebuyer Programs & The $15,000 Down Payment Assistance Program ft. Paul Salcone -What Is An OFAC Search? ft. Ted Topouzis -Reimbursement & Repairing From Moving Damages ft. George Metz -RIBlogger's Top 5 March 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!

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No Money On The Ground In Rhode Island, Safety Tips To Prepare Your Home For Spring, Sellers Preparing For The Home Inspection, & More! 42:38

6M ago42:38

42:38

In this show we discuss: -There Is No Money On The Ground In Rhode Island! ft. Greg Rice -Safety Tips To Prepare Your Home For Spring & Avoid Insurance Claims ft. Albert Robinson -Sellers Preparing For The Home Inspection ft. Mike Auger -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid-March 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!…

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Navigating the Challenges of Operating in a Sellers Market 37:39

6M ago37:39

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More about Jim: Jim began building luxury spec homes in 1974. He later became a founding partner in a boutique brokerage in Danville. In 2005 Jim and his wife, Ann Marie Nugent, joined forces and formed The Bay Area Team. They are now part of the national powerhouse real estate brokerage, Compass. Jim specializes in luxury sales and is the go-to ex…

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Monthly Payment & Budget Over Interest Rate, Major Insurers Are Raking In Record Profits, Proposed Legislation Of Restricting The Time Frame To Increase Rents In Rhode Island, & More! 43:02

7M ago43:02

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In this we discuss: -The Importance Of The Monthly Payment & Budget More So Than The Interest Rate ft. Justin Conrad -Major Insurers Are Raking In Record Profits After Big Rate Increases ft. John Lapointe -Proposed Legislation Of Restricting The Time Frame To Increase Rents In Rhode Island ft. Greg Rice -RIBlogger's Top 5 Early March 2024 Events Co…

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The Pre-Approval Process, Painting Mistakes To Avoid, Waiving Home Inspections, & More! 41:59

7M ago41:59

41:59

In this show we discuss: -The Pre-Approval Process & What Documents Are Required To Obtain A Mortgage ft. Paul Salcone -Painting Mistakes To Avoid & The Most Efficient Process ft. Ben Goldblum -Waiving Home Inspections; Should You Do It? ft. Mike Auger -RIBlogger's Top 5 Early March 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!…

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Mortgage Programs for Investors, REO's & The Changing Real Estate Market, Moving Insurance Options, & More! 43:56

7M ago43:56

43:56

In this show we discuss: -Mortgage Programs for Investors ft. Paul Salcone -REOs, Short Sales, & The Potentially Changing Real Estate Market ft. Ted Topouzis -Damage, Repairs, & Insurance Options ft. George Metz -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid-February 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!

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Solar Panels Factors, Condo Issues, Trends and Behaviors of the Ultra Wealthy, & More! 44:41

7M ago44:41

44:41

In this show we discuss: -Factoring in Solar Panels with Your Purchase ft. Matt Bates -Condo Issues To Look Out For When Buying Or Selling ft. Melissa D'Ellena -Trends and Behaviors of the Ultra Wealthy ft. Richard Deacon -RIBlogger's Top 5 Middle of February 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!

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2023 Luxury Real Estate Market Review 37:49

7M ago37:49

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More about Deborah: Deborah is a seasoned marketing consultant with over 30 years of experience and over the past two decades, Deborah has dedicated her expertise to consulting in the real estate industry, specializing in strategic marketing for the luxury market. Her extensive knowledge and insights have been honed through a decade-long collaborat…

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Portfolio Mortgage Options, Moving On A Budget, Real Estate Legislation, & More! 42:28

8M ago42:28

42:28

In this show we discuss: -Portfolio Mortgage Options & Who Would Benefit From These Programs ft. Paul Salcone -Moving On A Budget ft. George Metz -Speaker of the House of Representatives K. Joseph Shekarchi on new Real Estate Legislation -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid-Feburary 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!…

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Current Market Conditions Going Into The Spring Market, Automated Home Value Systems, Protect Your Property Against Flooding, & More! 38:47

8M ago38:47

38:47

In this show we discuss: -Current market conditions and how they can impact the spring market ft. Paul Salcone -AI and Automated Home Value Systems -How to Protect Your Property Against Flooding and Water Damage ft. John Lapointe -RIBlogger's Top 5 Early February 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!…

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House Hacking, Distressed Seller Story, Pre-List Home Inspections, & More! 38:54

8M ago38:54

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In this show we discuss: -House Hacking & The New 5% Down Conventional Loan Option ft. Justin Conrad -The story of a distressed seller & How Emilio helped her out of a potentially devastating situation -Listing Strategy: Pre-List Home Inspections ft. Mike Auger -RIBlogger's Top 5 End of January 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!…

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Episode 20 - Real Estate Street Talk Five Decades of Wisdom - Randolph Clements Raine&Horne Victoria and Tony Errichiello Raine&Horne Ascot Vale 18:43

8M ago18:43

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Episode 20 - Real Estate Street Talk Five Decades of Wisdom - Randolph Clements Managing Director and Master Franchisor Raine&Horne Victoria and Tony Errichiello Senior Sales Executive and Auctioneer Raine&Horne Ascot Vale Director of Master Advocates and Creator of Property De-Constructed, Mark Errichiello would like to thank Pat Panetta of Tell Y…

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Episode 19 - Real Estate Street Talk Five Decades of Wisdom - Randolph Clements Managing Director and Master Franchisor Raine&Horne Victoria and Tony Errichiello Raine&Horne Ascot Vale 16:47

8M ago16:47

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Episode 19 - Real Estate Street Talk Five Decades of Wisdom - Randolph Clements Managing Director and Master Franchisor Raine&Horne Victoria and Tony Errichiello Senior Sales Executive and Auctioneer Raine&Horne Ascot Vale Director of Master Advocates and Creator of Property De-Constructed, Mark Errichiello would like to thank Pat Panetta of Tell Y…

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New Lead Paint Law, Waiving Home Inspections, Buyer Empowerment, & More! 45:48

8M ago45:48

45:48

In this show we discuss: -Landlords Need To Have All Their Rental Units Lead Tested by October 2024 by State Law ft. Greg Rice -Should We Expect Waiving Of Inspections To Come Back? ft. Ted Topouzis -Buyer Empowerment: Unlocking Potential in a Shifting Landscape ft. Yvonne Welty -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid January 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!…

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How Lifestyle Shapes Purchase Decisions in Luxury Real Estate 40:59

8M ago40:59

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The hosts expand the chat to cover the bigger picture of the home experience, stressing the links between neighborhoods and communities. They dig into the trend of people moving for a specific lifestyle and explore cool neighborhoods on the rise, giving you a taste of modern urban living. Switching gears, the hosts spill the beans on targeting the …

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Real Estate Phenomenon, New Lead Law, State of the 2024 Real Estate Market, & More! 41:36

8M ago41:36

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In this show we discuss: -The Recent Phenomenon Happening in Real Estate -New Lead Law For MultiFamily Properties In Rhode Island ft. Melissa D'Ellena -Kim O'Brien Talks About The State of the 2024 Real Estate Market -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid January 2024 Events Coming Up In Rhode Island!

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